You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊

Tami B.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Reading, MI
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Tami B., the breeder behind You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 located in Reading, MI. We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!

Q. & A. with Tami

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got my first Shih-tzu and fell in love!!! I wanted to share this experience with everyone possible! This is how it all started! 🥰

  • What makes your program special?

    I’m a small home breeder, I raise my puppies in my home where there they are exposed to all sorts of noises, other animals and humans, including children, that will help them become well socialized.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Tami

Tami has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes CKC limited registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, a puppy pack (puppy food, blanket, potty pads and a toy) and socialized.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tami may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Tami offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Tami directly.

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What’s included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tami.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Reading, MI

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Airport

More about Tami

  • Tami has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Tami was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Tami is a trusted Good Dog breeder

You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

You Little Shih-tzu’s 😊 reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Shih Tzus.

  • DNA Profile

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Tami to bring home their puppies.

  • Valerie H.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Tami was so nice and such a pleasure to work with, the whole process was seamless and very easy to navigate. Our little puppy Sasha is very smart and so fun and loving, as well as great with our for year old daughter. I would recommend Tami to anyone looking to adopt a shih-tzu puppy!!

    MA

    Mary A.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    Tami was quick to respond back to me about adopting a puppy. She answered all my questions about the breed. I could tell she truly loves this breed and cares about where her puppies go. She stayed in touch with me and sent updates on her progress. Good dog made the whole process very easy from start to finish. I am truly happy I found Tami through Good Dog. My puppy is everything I could hope for. I just love her. I highly recommend Tami to any who is interested in a Shih-tzu contact her.

    Beata B.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    Tami was friendly and responsive, answering all questions. Providing regular updates and photos of the puppy before pick-up. The puppy was clearly well loved and socialized. When we picked our puppy we received a blanket, toys, food for puppy and puppy medical records. We highly recommend Tami as Shih tzu breeder.

  • Michelle F.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    I can’t say enough amazing things about Tami! She was always very responsive and made sure we had an initial video call so that she could see where Sadie would be living and my existing furbabies. Sadie was socialized very well and so well taken care of along with the rest of the litter. Tami continued to send me updated pics and videos throughout the process. Sadie was well on her way in potty training and knew her name before I picked her up. Sadie came with a nice welcome gifts for her supplies. I would recommend Tami over and over again!

    Sherry B.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    I can’t say enough about Tami & our adorable puppy MICKEY. I asked her so many questions throughout the whole process, she answered every question with positivity & kindness, trust me I asked a lot. Mickey is an energetic, smart, social (he loves people), loves to sit on my lap, & he’s so cute. I have 7 grandkids & he runs to all of them. You can tell that Tami gave him the best environment to get them ready for their new homes. When we brought him home she gave us wet & dry food, a couple of toys, a water bottle, & a blanket with the scent of his mom. How caring is that! I would highly recommend Tami as a loving, caring breeder who is very experienced. Also, she gave us his complete record of his physical & shots. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    ER

    Edward R.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    Tami made this process so easy! She kept us updated with pictures. She sent us home with some necessities. We have had Winston (previously named Samson) for two weeks and we cannot believe how well behaved he is! Potty training has been way easier than we expected. Tami has checked on us a few times and loves seeing pictures of him! We couldn't have bought Winston from a better breeder...you can really tell she LOVES all the dogs! Thanks Tami for our handsome boy! We are soooo in love with him!

Photos

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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